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RDAs of vitamin C.
| Category | RDA per day |
|---|---|
| Infants (underage of 6 months) | 40 mg |
| Infants (underage of 12 months) | 50 mg |
| Children (underage of 8 years) | 25 mg |
| Children (underage of 13 years) | 45 mg |
| Male(13–17 years) | 75 mg |
| Female(13–17 years) | 65 mg |
| Adult male | 90 mg |
| Adult female | 75 mg |
| Pregnant women | 85 mg |
| Lactating women | 120 mg |
| Smokers | Requires 35 mg/day more vitamin C as compared to non-smokers |
RDA: recommended dietary allowance.
